interesting
Usage
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Something that is interesting occupies the mind with no connotation of pleasure or displeasure: an interesting account of a battle. Something that is pleasing engages the mind favorably: a pleasing account of the wedding. Something that is gratifying fulfills expectations, requirements, etc.: a gratifying account of his whereabouts; a book gratifying in its detail.
Example Sentences
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It’s interesting to see its explanation for why that is, and what kind of information it cites, including Gartner rankings and other factors.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
That presents an interesting dynamic heading into the close season.
From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026
Brad Cox, who trains three of those horses, including Florida Derby winner Commandment and Blue Grass champion Further Ado, as well as the interesting long shot Fulleffort, termed the field “very competitive.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026
“It was interesting, the reception that I got. But I don’t back down, and I will go everywhere. I will talk to everyone,” he said.
From Slate • Apr. 29, 2026
My best friend Jeb and I used to sit at that crossroads when we were younger, waiting for something interesting to come along, like an automobile or a circus wagon.
From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney
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